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NPS Centennial

The National Park Service turns 100 on August 25, 2016. To us, it's not
about cakes and candles — it's about being an organization ready to take
on the challenges of our second century. Our blueprint to get there — A Call to Action — outlines the innovative work we want to accomplish.
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park is a big part of this effort. Take a look at what
we're doing locally and get involved!

Service Learning: Connecting Local Youth to History and Heritage.
Twenty-five Los Fresnos High School students started a service learning project with Palo Alto Battlefield NHP. Using Ohio volunteer muster rolls and working closely with a park ranger, these youth entered over two regiments into an interactive searchable database. Read more